Bakery/Deli Clerk

King Soopers in; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Bakery/Deli Clerk, where you will create exceptional customer experiences through outstanding service. This role involves preparing bakery items, assisting customers, and ensuring a safe and clean environment. With flexible scheduling and a commitment to employee well-being, you'll have access to comprehensive benefits, including healthcare coverage and tuition reimbursement. Embrace the opportunity to grow within a supportive team that values respect, integrity, and diversity. If you're passionate about food and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity to thrive in your career.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Customer service skills are essential for creating an outstanding experience.
• Effective communication is key to assisting customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare bakery items per customer requests using proper equipment.
• Inform customers of specials and provide fresh products as ordered.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Customer Service skills

Effective communication skills

Knowledge of basic math

Job description

Bakery/Deli Clerk (Finance)

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Assist the department manager in reaching sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor all established quality assurance standards. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety of others.

Based in Colorado, King Soopers merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving King Soopers customers in over 115 stores throughout Colorado and Wyoming.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our King Soopers family!

What you'll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• Customer Service skills
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math
• Ability to obtain current food handlers permit once employed

Desired Previous Job Experience:

• Customer Service skills
• Bakery or Deli experience is helpful
• Retail experience

Essential Job Functions:

1. Prepare items per customer requests using proper bakery equipment.
2. Offer product samples to help customers discover new items or inquire about products.
3. Inform customers of bakery and/or deli specials.
4. Provide customers with fresh products they ordered, ensuring correct portion sizes to prevent shrink.
5. Recommend deli or bakery items to customers to ensure satisfaction.
6. Use bakery equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, slicers, and ovens according to guidelines.
7. Prepare foods following temperature logs and cooking instructions.
8. Measure, prepare, and mix ingredients according to recipes using appropriate utensils and equipment.
9. Package, label, and inventory ingredients and merchandise.
10. Check product quality, review "sell by" dates, and take appropriate actions.
11. Properly use kitchen equipment including stoves, scales, fryers, steamers, and robots.
12. Label, stock, and inventory department merchandise.
13. Report discrepancies in product ordering/shipping to the manager.
14. Understand store layout and assist customers in locating products.
15. Stay current with ads and promotions.
16. Gain knowledge of products and respond to customer questions with suggestions.
17. Maintain inventory and stocking conditions, noting discrepancies.
18. Ensure proper temperature maintenance in cases and coolers with logs.
19. Promote trust and respect among team members.
20. Create a welcoming environment for customers, answering questions and making suggestions.
21. Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.
22. Follow safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and notify management.
23. Inspect equipment for preventive maintenance and report repairs.
24. Notify management of accidents involving customers or employees.
25. Work cooperatively in high-paced, stressful environments.
26. Manage conflicts professionally and cooperatively.
27. Act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
28. Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
29. Support minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults through direct interaction.
30. Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Salary Range: $17.50 - $25.35